non-rational

== English == === Alternative forms === nonrational === Etymology === From non- +‎ rational. === Pronunciation === Rhymes: -æʃənəl === Adjective === non-rational (not comparable) Contrary to reason; lacking an appropriate or sufficient reason; irrational. Lacking the ability to reason. (often philosophy) Not within the domain of what can be understood or analyzed by reason; outside the competence of the rules of reason. (economics, social sciences, public policy) Not based on one's own interests; inconsistent with utility maximization. ==== Synonyms ==== (lacking the ability to reason): arational; irrational (not within the domain of what can be understood or analyzed by reason): arational ==== Related terms ====